Нова українська школа: методика навчання англійської мови у 3-4 класах закладів загальної середньої освіти на засадах компетентнісного підходу - Крістіна Карпюк 2020

Introduction

Nowadays, more and more children learn English as a second or foreign language due to various reasons (globalisation, ability to learn better at a younger age, etc). The contexts and conditions in which they study it vary, as well. Some of these young learners study in well-equipped classrooms, in small groups, with the help of well-qualified educators, using innovative materials, whereas others may be limited in such opportunities. There are also those who study English abroad, in a natural language environment, and those whose learning takes place in their own homeland and is supported by native/non-native speakers.

Language teaching is affected by the time and place where it occurs. Its philosophies and teaching/learning techniques change along with time and people who use them. «Teaching and learning are very human activities; they are social just as they are linguistic» (Harmer, 2012: 9).

This book is a guide to teaching English, specifically for Ukrainian teachers who have third- and fourth-form students. However, before beginning our exciting trip in English teaching, it is necessary to understand some terms and facts in this specific sphere.